Combines Nutcracker and the Mouse King Picture Book Study, Nutcracked Novel Study and Vocabulary, Guided Nutcracker Descriptive Essay, Kingdom of Sweets Project, Kingdom of Sweets Project Research, and BONUS: Nutcracker Ballet Mini Introduction Lesson.  Also includes bonus files to combine all these units into a 20 Day Christmas School Lesson.

Nutcracker and the Mouse King Picture Book Study ($5 Value)

This study works excellent as an introduction to studying the Nutcracker Ballet.

Using the picture book The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, the original Story by ETA Hoffman, illustrated by Gail de Marcken, and the Story adapted by Wren Mayse. The materials aim to enhance the readers understanding and interpretation of the Story.

What is Included: 23 Pages Total

·         Goal and Instructional Pages for Teacher

·         Lesson Plans for 10-days of lessons

·         Pre-Reading Notes Page (1 page)

·         Discussion Questions (9 pages)

·         Story Outline (Plot Outline) (2 pages)

·         Battle Plan Outline (2 pages)

·         Answer Keys (4 pages)

Nutcracked Novel Study and Vocabulary ($8 Value)

Novel Study: These materials for Susan Adrian's novel Nutcracked aim to enhance readers' understanding and interpretation of the Story.

What is Included: 40 Pages

·         Goal and Instructional Pages for Teacher

·         Lesson Plans for 15-days of lessons- Incorporate vocabulary work in

·         Discussion Questions (11 pages)

·         Reality vs. Fantasy-Journal (1 page)

·         Reality vs. Fantasy-Teaching Worksheet Activity (1 page)

·         Reality vs. Fantasy-2 Worksheets (1 page each)

·         Georgie's Problems (Conflict Worksheet) (1 page)

·          Plot Diagram (1 page)

·         Final Test (2 Options) (2 pages each)

·         Answer Keys (8 pages)

Vocabulary: -In general, the goal for finding vocabulary words within a novel is to have students encounter words they may not have seen or heard before and then understand their meaning in the text and their everyday lives.

What is Included: 31 Pages

·         Goals and Instructional Pages for Teacher

·         Master Word Lists (3 pages)

·         Student Dictionary (11 pages)

·         Crossword Puzzles (3 pages)

·         Word Search (1 page)

·         Vocabulary in Context Worksheet (2 pages)

·         Final Test (1 page)

·         Answer Keys (6 pages)

Guided Nutcracker Descriptive Essay ($5 Value)

This guided descriptive essay asks students to describe a nutcracker. There are three separate options to use based on the level and ability of your students.

Option 1: A full five-paragraph essay with three body paragraphs and an introduction and conclusion are required. This includes a planning page, a student requirement page, and a rubric.

Option 2: A fill-in-the-blank essay is used for young writers learning to spell and write. Includes planning page, student requirement page, and nutcracker to color according to description.

Option 3: A Full five-paragraph essay with 3 body paragraphs, an introduction, and a conclusion is required. This includes a planning page, a student requirement page, and a rubric. A little less is required for this level.

What is Included: 15 Pages

·         Goals and Instructional Pages for Teachers

·         Younger Student Options Explanations

·         Student Requirements Handout

·         Rubric

·         Planning Page

·         Fill in the Blank Essay

·         Fill in the Blank Planning Page

·         Color and Decorate Nutcracker

·         Younger Essay Requirements

·         Younger Essay Rubric

·         Younger Essay Planning Page

·         Writing Page

Kingdom of Sweets Project ($5 Value)                     

The goal for this project is for your child/students to practice using area and perimeter. They will also practice spatial awareness as they plan for elements to fit within the area provided. The different areas they will place on their maps are based on the realms represented in the Nutcracker Ballet (when visiting after Marie/Clara rescues the Nutcracker/Prince)

Children/students can practice following instructions and requirements by following the assignment's instructions.

What is Included: 9 Pages

·         Goals and Instructions for Teachers

·         Instructions/Requirements

·         Example

·         Rubric

·         Legends Page.

·         Elements Page

·         Separate 11x14 printable graph page

Kingdom of Sweets Project Research Extension ($5 Value):

This project aims to help your child/students practice their research skills. They will pick one of the "realms" or regions based on the realms represented in the Nutcracker Ballet (when visiting after Marie/Clara rescues the Nutcracker/Prince). Children/students can practice following instructions and requirements by following the assignment's instructions. Two options are available to complete the report. 1. Predesigned Research Page or 2. Written Research Report (with introduction and conclusion). An optional presentation extension is available for students to create a project based on architecture, dress, or food research done on their report. Rubrics and student instructions are available for each report/and the Presentation.

What is Included: 12 Pages

• Goals and Instruction Page for Teachers (1 page)

• Student Instructions/Requirements (1 page)

• Student Report Pages (2 pages)

• Rubric For Report on Student Report Pages  (1 page)

• Student Instructions/Requirements for Presentation (1 page)

• Rubric for Presentation (1 page)

BONUS: Nutcracker Ballet Mini Introduction Lesson ($4 Value)

This mini-unit is the perfect accompaniment to introducing the Nutcracker Ballet. Students will learn information about the composer and the ballet composition. There is also a listening journal (you will need to make multiple copies for each piece you listen to) and a story map (upper and lower-level options)  for students to use as they follow along with the ballet to increase their understanding and interpretation of the events happening.

What is Included: 14 Pages Total

·         Goal and Instructional Pages for Teacher

·         Composer Notes (1 page)

·         Composition Notes (1 page)

·         Story Map (Upper (5 pages)/lower level) (1 page-use multiple copies as needed)

·         Listening Journal (1 page- use multiple copies as needed)

This Bundle also includes a Bundle Guide:12 Pages ($3 value)

·         Goals and Instructions for the Bundle (1 page)

·         Brief Bundle Overview (1 page)

·         20 Days of Lesson Plans (5 pages) (helps combine all units into one)

·         Page with suggested arts and crafts links (2 pages)

 Look for other Christmas School Bundle Units on my website or TPT storefront.